Mary Harlan

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Mary HarlanDes Moines - Mary Ruth Harlan, 79, of Des Moines died on Monday, February 5, 2018, at Accura Healthcare of Newton West. The family will greet friends from 2-5 p.m., Friday, February 23, at Plymouth Church, 4126 Ingersoll Ave, Des Moines, Iowa, followed by a Celebration of Mary's life...

I had the privilege of working with Mary at the Dept. of Public Health. She was a supportive co-worker, and I enjoyed many lively conversations and humorous moments with her. My condolences to her family.

Mary Crawford

February 13, 2018 | Altoona, IA

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My deepest condolences for the passing of Mary. I had the honor of working with Mary at the State Health Department. Mary was kind and gentle and extremely intelligent! She was a joy to work with. Prayers for peace and comfort during this most difficult time.

Robyn Harris

February 12, 2018 | Carlisle, IA

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I valued Mary's enthusiasm and commitment to AAUW when she served on the AAUW Iowa Board of Directors during my term as Iowa President 2008-10. She was instrumental in writing the Des Moines Branch's grant application to expand Latinas al Exito (from its origination by AAUW in Marshalltown) to Des Moines. Now in multiple school districts, Al Exito Iowa has grown to become the largest student organization in Iowa that builds the leadership potential of Latino/a youth through college...

Diane Patton

February 12, 2018 | Ames, IA

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I had the pleasure to work with Mary at IDPH and to share a membership in the Unitarian church. A loss for us.

Donald Shepherd

February 12, 2018 | Des Moines, IA

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Mary was a successful mother, raising twin boys, a committed professional working in the Iowa Department of Health, and a person who cared for the welfare of others. I will remember her as one who would rather light a candle than curse the darkness.--Louise Lex

February 12, 2018

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Mary was a very caring person, working to help others during her lifetime. May you cherish her memories and the God of comfort be with you.

With Deepest Sympathy, A Loving Neighbor

February 09, 2018

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I was in Toastmasters with Mary and have known her for the last 8 years. Mary was very dedicated to our club and to helping everyone become better. I will miss spending Monday nights with her.